Lead Mechatronics Engineer Events Technology

About Rayqube

Rayqube is a leading experiential technology company creating immersive, digitally led spatial experiences for brands, government entities, and cultural institutions. We specialize in storytelling through interactive technologies, installations, and high-impact event experiences across the region.

About The Role

We are seeking an innovative Lead Mechatronics Engineer to spearhead the design, development, and deployment of advanced electromechanical systems for large-scale live events, immersive experiences, and interactive installations. This role bridges mechanical, electrical, and software engineering to create motion-based, sensor-driven, and automated technologies that bring creative visions to life.

The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable, safe, and spectacular event technologies that redefine audience engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership:
  
  

Lead the concept development, design, and implementation of mechatronic systems used in live shows, exhibitions, and touring productions.

• System Integration:
  
  

Oversee integration of mechanical structures, robotics, sensors, actuators, pneumatics, and control systems with software and audiovisual components.

• Project Delivery:
  
  

Manage project lifecycles from prototype to field deployment, ensuring on-time delivery, quality control, and adherence to safety standards.

• Innovation & R&D:
  
  

Explore and prototype new technologies such as real-time motion control, automation systems, IoT-enabled devices, and kinetic installations.

• Team Management:
  
  

Mentor and guide junior engineers and technicians, fostering collaboration between creative, production, and technical teams.

• Vendor & Partner Collaboration:
  
  

Coordinate with fabrication partners, control system suppliers, and creative agencies to realize technically ambitious concepts.

• Safety & Compliance:
  
  

Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, electrical codes, and live event safety regulations (CE, UL, ISO, OSHA, etc.).

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mechatronics, robotics, or automation, ideally within events, entertainment, theme parks, or experiential technology.
  
  

Proven Expertise In

• Motion control and servo systems
• CAD and mechanical design (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, etc.)
• PLC or embedded control systems (Beckhoff, Arduino, Siemens, etc.)
• Electrical and pneumatic system design
• Integration with lighting, sound, or video control systems (DMX, Art-Net, etc.)
• Strong project management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication skills and cross-disciplinary collaboration experience.
• Willingness to travel for installations, testing, and on-site event support.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with robotics for live events or scenic automation.
• Familiarity with interactive technologies (motion tracking, sensors, real-time data processing).
• Knowledge of Python, C/C++, or LabVIEW for system control and data analysis.
• Experience working with creative technology teams or studios.
• Background in structural analysis and dynamic load simulation.

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